Unplugged — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Unteachables, Gordon Korman, comes a hilarious middle grade novel about a group of kids forced to "unplug" at a wellness camp--where they instead find intrigue, adventure, and a whole lot of chaos. Perfect for fans of Korman's Ungifted and the Masterminds series, as well as Carl Hiaasen's eco mysteries.
As the son of the world's most famous tech billionaire, spoiled Jett Baranov has always gotten what he wanted. So when his father's private jet drops him in the middle of the Arkansas wilderness, at a place called the Oasis, Jett can't believe it. He's forced to hand over his cell phone, eat grainy veggie patties, and participate in wholesome activities with the other kids, who he has absolutely no interest in hanging out with.
As the weeks go on, Jett starts to get used to the unplugged life and even bonds with the other kids over their discovery of a baby-lizard-turned-pet, Needles. But he can't help noticing that the adults at the Oasis are acting really strange.
Jett is determined to get to the bottom of things, but can he convince everybody that he is no longer just a spoiled brat who is making trouble
Frequently asked questions
Is Unplugged appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book contains mild violence, such as a character getting bitten by a lizard, which draws blood. This incident is not graphic but indicates some physical conflict. There is no genuinely frightening content in 'Unplugged'. The story involves adventure and intrigue but does not include elements that would cause fear or distress.
Does Unplugged have violence?
The book contains mild violence, such as a character getting bitten by a lizard, which draws blood. This incident is not graphic but indicates some physical conflict.
Does Unplugged have scary content?
There is no genuinely frightening content in 'Unplugged'. The story involves adventure and intrigue but does not include elements that would cause fear or distress.
Does Unplugged have religious themes?
No religious content is present in 'Unplugged'. The book focuses on a wellness retreat and themes of personal growth without any specific religious practices or beliefs.
Does Unplugged have racial/cultural content?
Race is not a central theme in 'Unplugged'. The narrative focuses on the personal growth of the characters rather than racial issues or dynamics.
Does Unplugged have profanity?
No profanity is reported in 'Unplugged'. The book is aimed at a middle-grade audience and maintains appropriate language throughout.
Does Unplugged have climate change?
There are no explicit climate themes in 'Unplugged'. The story revolves around personal development and the challenges of living without technology.
Does Unplugged have sexual identity?
No sexual content is present in 'Unplugged'. The narrative focuses on the adventures and challenges faced by the characters in a camp setting.
Does Unplugged have gender roles?
The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. It features a diverse cast of characters but does not focus on traditional or modern gender themes.
Does Unplugged have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are explicitly mentioned in the book 'Unplugged' by Gordon Korman. The search results primarily reference other works by the author or unrelated topics.
